OUR PSYCHOLOGISTS
Ms. Cheryl Quinn
Cheryl has been practicing as a Clinical Psychologist since 2005, following her graduation from the University of Adelaide
with a Master of Clinical Psychology. Prior to commencing her studies in psychology she worked in a number of areas,
including for the Commonwealth Government, an aged care company and in research work for UniSA and the University of
Adelaide. Cheryl has been working in private practice since 2007, initially in Gawler, Modbury and now in Holden
Hill. She works with adults across the lifespan and has experience in dealing with a wide variety of clinical presentations.
Areas of Expertise
Professional Supervision
In addition to providing therapeutic services Cheryl is also a Board-Approved AHPRA psychology supervisor available for supervision for registered psychologists working towards endorsement, general and clinical psychologists, and other mental health professionals.
Cheryl has been practicing as a Clinical Psychologist since 2005, following her graduation from the University of Adelaide
with a Master of Clinical Psychology. Prior to commencing her studies in psychology she worked in a number of areas,
including for the Commonwealth Government, an aged care company and in research work for UniSA and the University of
Adelaide. Cheryl has been working in private practice since 2007, initially in Gawler, Modbury and now in Holden
Hill. She works with adults across the lifespan and has experience in dealing with a wide variety of clinical presentations.
Areas of Expertise
- Treatment of mood disorders
- Treatment of anxiety disorders (including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalised Anxiety Disorder)
- Treatment of trauma related disorders (including adult survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence, motor vehicle accidents)
- Working with multiple diagnoses
- Treatment of older adults
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Professional Supervision
In addition to providing therapeutic services Cheryl is also a Board-Approved AHPRA psychology supervisor available for supervision for registered psychologists working towards endorsement, general and clinical psychologists, and other mental health professionals.
Dr. Mariana Scriva Cuadros
Mariana graduated in 2005 with a Master of Science/Doctor of Clinical Psychology from the University of Sydney. While completing her postgraduate studies, she worked as a TAFE student counsellor across two locations, inlcuding one that singularly offered a specialised HSC programme in an adult learning environment. After graduation, she spent her time in NSW working in two different multidisciplinary community health services; a drug and alcohol service for adolescents and adults; and an adolescent mental health service that dealt with a broad variety and severity of clinical presentations. She delivered individual and group therapy in these settings in addition to providing school-based services. In 2008, Mariana returned to SA and has found her niche in private practice. Over the last several years, she has worked in the northern, southern and CBD regions of Adelaide with adolescents and adults.
Areas of Expertise
Therapies
Mariana graduated in 2005 with a Master of Science/Doctor of Clinical Psychology from the University of Sydney. While completing her postgraduate studies, she worked as a TAFE student counsellor across two locations, inlcuding one that singularly offered a specialised HSC programme in an adult learning environment. After graduation, she spent her time in NSW working in two different multidisciplinary community health services; a drug and alcohol service for adolescents and adults; and an adolescent mental health service that dealt with a broad variety and severity of clinical presentations. She delivered individual and group therapy in these settings in addition to providing school-based services. In 2008, Mariana returned to SA and has found her niche in private practice. Over the last several years, she has worked in the northern, southern and CBD regions of Adelaide with adolescents and adults.
Areas of Expertise
- Treatment of alcohol and other drug addictions
- Adolescent mental health
- Treatment of anxiety disorders (including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalised Anxiety Disorder)
- Treatment of mood disorders
- Treatment of ante/postnatal anxiety and depression
- Personality disorders
Therapies
- Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) and Compassion-Focussed Therapy (CFT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills
Ms. Rebecca Penrose
Bec has worked in a diverse range of mental health settings including public health, university, private practice and community settings in Australia and the United Kingdom. She is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, Australian Association of Psychologists Inc and is a Board-approved supervisor.
Bec has specialist skills in supporting people affected by chronic illness, particularly cancer, and understands the complex challenges that can arise following a life changing diagnosis. She has supported people with a diagnosis, their partners, carers and family members. She also has extensive experience delivering Compassion Focused Therapy particularly with clients experiencing shame, self-criticism, or trauma.
Areas of Expertise
Therapies
*Bec is unable to accept referrals for fertility and pregnancy concerns, birth trauma or issues related to the peri- and post-natal period
Professional Supervision
In addition to providing therapeutic services Rebecca is also a Board-Approved AHPRA psychology supervisor available for supervision for registered psychologists working towards endorsement, general and clinical psychologists, and other mental health professionals.
Bec has worked in a diverse range of mental health settings including public health, university, private practice and community settings in Australia and the United Kingdom. She is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, Australian Association of Psychologists Inc and is a Board-approved supervisor.
Bec has specialist skills in supporting people affected by chronic illness, particularly cancer, and understands the complex challenges that can arise following a life changing diagnosis. She has supported people with a diagnosis, their partners, carers and family members. She also has extensive experience delivering Compassion Focused Therapy particularly with clients experiencing shame, self-criticism, or trauma.
Areas of Expertise
- Cancer and other health conditions
- Mood disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Therapies
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- Schema Therapy
- EMDR
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
*Bec is unable to accept referrals for fertility and pregnancy concerns, birth trauma or issues related to the peri- and post-natal period
Professional Supervision
In addition to providing therapeutic services Rebecca is also a Board-Approved AHPRA psychology supervisor available for supervision for registered psychologists working towards endorsement, general and clinical psychologists, and other mental health professionals.
Dr. Jessica Cipolla
Jessica completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Flinders University. She has a broad interest in a variety of clinical presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, grief, ASD, self-confidence, and behavioural interventions for a multitude of different presentations.
Jessica has an eclectic and strong client-centred approach. She firmly believes that you are the expert in your own life and that the therapy process will only work with positive client/therapist rapport and strong collaboration. Jessica is originally from Canada and is now a dual citizen.
Areas of Expertise
Jessica completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Flinders University. She has a broad interest in a variety of clinical presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, grief, ASD, self-confidence, and behavioural interventions for a multitude of different presentations.
Jessica has an eclectic and strong client-centred approach. She firmly believes that you are the expert in your own life and that the therapy process will only work with positive client/therapist rapport and strong collaboration. Jessica is originally from Canada and is now a dual citizen.
Areas of Expertise
- Treatment of anxiety disorders (including Generalised Anxiety Disorder Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder)
- Treatment of mood disorders (Depression, Bipolar disorder)
- Treatment of trauma related disorders (including adult survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence, motor vehicle accidents, sexual assault)
- Adolescent mental health (behavioural strategies, family focused interventions)
- Personality disorders
- Developmental disorders throughout the life span
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Dr. Tomoko Nishizawa
Tomoko completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Flinders University in 2015. Since that time, she has undertaken various roles within SA Health (in Adult Mental Health Services and the Forensic Mental Health Service), as well as in the private sector. She has extensive experience working with a broad spectrum of mental health presentations across late adolescent to adult populations, providing both individual and group therapy (e.g., Dialectical Behaviour Therapy).
Currently, Tomoko serves as a Clinical Educator with the NALHN Mental Health Directorate, where she delivers educational sessions and training to multidisciplinary teams across NALHN Mental Health Services.
Tomoko has been a board-approved supervisor since 2018 and has mentored clinicians at various stages of their careers from postgraduate psychology placement students to senior clinical psychologists. She has also previously provided supervision in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
(DBT) to organisations such as Headspace and the Murray River Mental Health Team (SA Health).
Her clinical interests include the use of experiential therapy modalities such as EMDR and Parts Work to help clients connect current pains and struggles with their past experiences. In her practice, Tomoko adopts a collaborative approach, tailoring therapy methods to meet individual client needs.
Areas of Expertise
- Treatment of trauma related disorders
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Comorbidity of Disorders
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
- Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitization (member of EMDR Association of Australia)
- Parts Work
- Mindfulness-based intervention
In addition to providing therapeutic services Tomoko is also a Board-Approved AHPRA psychology supervisor available for supervision for registered psychologists working towards endorsement, general and clinical psychologists, and other mental health professionals. Tomoko has a special interest in providing supervision of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
PAST PSYCHOLOGISTS AT MINDWISE
Ms. Lauren Weber
Lauren worked with us until mid 2022 and was a valuable addition to our practice, working with people with mood and anxiety disorders using a range of therapies.
Lauren has since returned to working solely in public practice and we wish her well for her future pathway in psychology.
Lauren worked with us until mid 2022 and was a valuable addition to our practice, working with people with mood and anxiety disorders using a range of therapies.
Lauren has since returned to working solely in public practice and we wish her well for her future pathway in psychology.
Mr Justin Cole
Justin graduated within a Master of Health Psychology from the University of Adelaide in 2016. Justin worked with us at mindwise from early 2018 up until February 2022 and developed a strong reputation across his areas of interest including the treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma, but particularly in the treatment of chronic pain and chronic health conditions. He has since left to undertake other projects and is currently not practicing as a psychologist. We wish him all the best in his new venture!
Justin graduated within a Master of Health Psychology from the University of Adelaide in 2016. Justin worked with us at mindwise from early 2018 up until February 2022 and developed a strong reputation across his areas of interest including the treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma, but particularly in the treatment of chronic pain and chronic health conditions. He has since left to undertake other projects and is currently not practicing as a psychologist. We wish him all the best in his new venture!
